Thank goodness the money crisis has come along because it has given us something else to anguish over!! Previously it was the police roadblocks that made us all exceptionally uptight!!

Well the ZRP has certainly got the country talking!!

Carpark talk appears to range from fury to threats of 'Civil Disobedience', not sure where my own particular reactions stand yet, but surely we must all have our vehicle ducks in a row by now

When one thinks that one has adhered to every possible scenario and that the police can find absolutely nothing else to find and fine, they come up with another beauty!!

I joined a hot spot group briefly, on Social Media, which strategically pin pointed all the police roadblocks, however I left it after a day full of noisy beeping and chit chat, far too invasive in my quiet little world.

I recall a similar group in South Africa, run by a fellow who called himself 'Pig Spotter', the police tried in vain to search for him, to prosecute him for 'defeating the ends of justice', but the wily fellow was as elusive as the legendary 'Baba Jukwa'!!

I like to think we have covered all fineable eventualities, from fire extinguishers, to double sided red triangles, to 'temper free' third number plates, and so on and so forth, but I gather there is never an end to it all. However legally compliant one becomes, something else totally bizarre will arise to flummox even the most law abiding citizen!!

The latest atrocities being heaped on Zimbabwe's citizens appear to be - not activating one's flashers when approaching a police roadblock, having smooth brake and accelerator pedals, riding in an unclean car, and even wanting to see the receipt for groceries one has recently purchased from a supermarket!

One hapless lady with small children was totally traumatized by police who said they were arresting her and taking her to the drill Hall, they crushed in the back of the car with the terrified children, was it possibly that they wanted a free lift to the Drill Hall after a hard days raking in the cash

Taking car safety seriously is a good thing, but our police are more intent upon seeing if one's Third Number Plate has been 'tempered with', or inspecting the service date on our fire extinguishers, than checking if our brakes and headlights are working or if we are speeding or talking on our mobile phones!!!

Sadly some friends from Botswana today vowed 'Never Again' they had a torrid time at the Zim border and then were stopped at no less that 7 police roadblocks between the Plumtree border and Bulawayo!!

Sigh, I must admit, I too am a trifle scared of the very men who have been commissioned to 'provide protection and assistance to the public' which is the way they are defined in the dictionary!!

However on a positive note Leah has a glorious tale of three uniformed coppers swaying and shimmying to her music when they stopped her car!!

Lastly you will be glad to know that the ZRP has created a Facebook account where you are invited to register your complaints to the 'Powers that Be'.

We all agree that road safety is of the highest priority, and checking for unroadworthy vehicles or faulty/missing equipment is something that needs to be done. However, the unnecessary harassment of drivers, to say nothing of allegations of corruption, cannot be tolerated. To quote the ZRP itself:
'The ZRP does not tolerate corrupt elements and has both legal and administrative apparatus to eject such from its system" said Commissioner Ndebele http://www.zrp.gov.zw/ www.zrp.gov.zw/

We encourage you to use this group to share your experiences, whether positive or negative, but we will not tolerate abusive, offensive or insulting posts. Although you may feel like swearing, please keep it clean!

When you post something about an experience, please give the date, time and place, and, if possible, the name and number of the ZRP officer involved. You are entitled to ask for a police officer's name and number.
We will try whenever possible to provide information about your rights at road blocks, and any other information that might help.

BULAWAYO WATCHDOG

2) Notices and Events

ORCHID SOCIETY

The next meeting will be held on Sunday, 22nd May.

Time - 10 for 10.30am
Venue - The home of Edward Eves at 15 Heyman Road, Suburbs.

New members and visitors welcome.

Enquiries Tel. Anne on 250107 or Maggi on 242235
EMBAKWE HIGH SCHOOL REUNION DANCE

(Ex-students & their spouses/partners - 1968-1978)

A reunion dance will be held on 6th August, 2016, at the Byo Golf Club,
from 6pm.

Cover charge including eats is $30 per person. Cash bar. Dress - Smart
Casual. Tickets are limited, must be paid for in advance & is not refundable
(due to seating & catering).

On Monday 8th August, 2016 (Heroes holiday) all family & friends are
welcome to accompany us to the School & dam, for the day (bring your
lunch, come braai)

BRIDGE CLUB CECIL AVE near Hillside shops
TUESDAY 24th MAY at 4.30pm for 5.00
POLICE HAVE GIVEN CLEARANCE FOR THIS MEETING
BARBARA BURRELL

40th anniversary for Barbara Burrell home for the blind. There will be an anniversary tea at 3pm on Friday 17th June. Invitation open to all who would like to attend especially any old committee members or family of old residents. Barbara Burrell will be there in person. Please inbox me if you are able to attend or phone the home 242540 in order for us to cater. Many thanks and hope all old and new will join us.
Pumping Legs for Water 2016: 22 - 23 July

Pumping Legs for Water is a two day, 100 km sponsored mountain bike ride, within the Main Camp area of Hwange National Park. The event is organized by the Matabeleland branch of Wildlife & Environment Zimbabwe (WEZ) and profits from the ride go towards supporting WEZ projects, including the Hwange Game Water Supply Programme, which carries out repairs and maintenance to pumped pans within the Park, providing life-giving water to the animals there.

This year the ride will take place on Friday 22 & Saturday 23 July, with a briefing at Main Camp on the evening of Thursday 21 July, which all participants are expected to attend. The entry fee is $150. This is not a race. For safety reasons cyclists will be riding in groups of 20 to 25 riders. Each group will be accompanied by a leading and trailing vehicle with armed escorts. Cyclists must remain within these groups at all times.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR AS MANY RIDERS AS POSSIBLE !! IF YOU HAVE NOT YET REGISTERED, THERE IS STILL TIME - JOIN US FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE WITH THE ANIMALS OF HWANGE NATIONAL PARK. THEY NEED YOUR HELP AND SUPPORT.

WEZ is appealing to the public to support this event by:

Sponsoring of Cyclists. While this is not a race it is also not an easy ride. The cyclists require to put a lot of effort into completing this ride; by sponsoring them you can help make all their efforts worthwhile, as well as making a meaningful contribution to wildlife conservation

Donating Prizes or Goods. As this is not a race there is no winner but two trophies are awarded - One, firstly, for the person who brings in the most sponsorship (Best Supporter) and, secondly, a trophy for the person who best represents the Spirit of the Ride. Prizes are also awarded to other riders for special achievements. Donations are also needed for the water points and catering, while goods which can be used by the Game Water Supply Unit (such as diesel, engine oil, shovels or tools) are also much appreciated

Closing of Entries and Final Payments. Please note final date for entries is 15th May 2016. Any entries received after this date will be gladly accepted, but the Committee cannot guarantee that the rider will receive a Ride Cycling Shirt and other pre-ordered gifts in the 'goodie bags'. Final date for payment is 31st May 2016. Cash payments can be made via Peter Ziz at Battetry Centre, Shop 2, 11th Avenue between Fife St and G. Silumndika St. Or direct payments may banked into e account of : Wildlife & Environment Zimbabwe, Barclays Bank, Acc. No. 2307 - 2223098, Sort Code 2322, Swift Code BARCZWHX

Anyone wanting more information about the ride, or registration forms, can email Cheryl Van Der Walt on cheryl54@yoafrica.com or visit us on Facebook.
The socio-economic environment we currently live in has placed incredible stress on the men of Bulawayo. Failing marriages, business collapse, fear of failure. If you think you're the only one - you're not. We are all in this together, and there is hope:

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Guys, come receive hope and healing to stay the course.
Friday 20 May 1800-2100
Saturday 21 May 0800-1600
$20 (includes lunch, teas and stationary)
Booking essential: 880119/20 or for more info contact Kevin 0775103286
'HUMAN'

SYNOPSIS
HUMAN is a collection of stories about and images of our world, offering an immersion to the core of what it means to be human. Through these stories full of love and happiness, as well as hatred and violence, HUMAN brings us face to face with the Other, making us reflect on our lives. From stories of everyday experiences to accounts of the most unbelievable lives, these poignant encounters share a rare sincerity and underline who we are - our darker side, but also what is most noble in us, and what is universal. Our Earth is shown at its most sublime through never-before- seen aerial images accompanied by soaring music, resulting in an ode to the beauty of the world, providing a moment to draw breath and for introspection.

HUMAN is a politically engaged work which allows us to embrace the human condition and to reflect on the meaning of our existence.

THE DIRECTOR
Yann Arthus-Bertrand is a photographer and renowned specialist in aerial imagery. He has written several books, including 'The Earth from the Air', which has been translated into 24 languages and has sold more than three million copies.

In 2009, he made his first film, 'Home'. This inventory of the planet was seen by more than 600 million people around the world. Available for free from YouTube, it is continuing its career. It is the most successful environmental film of the decade.

'7 Billion Others', a portrait of humanity today, has so far been seen by 350 million people. This major exhibition that was inaugurated at the Grand Palais in Paris in 2009, before going on to travel the world, is a personal reflection developed over the space of 30 years.

It was the first step on the path that led Yann Arthus-Bertrand to make 'HUMAN'.

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Due to circumstances beyond our control the Annual General Meeting of the Cancer Association will have to be postponed to a date to be announced.
W.E.Z. MATABELELAND.
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TOPIC; 'TICKED OFF' ALL ABOUT TICKS,TICK DISEASES,AND TICK CONTROL.'
PLEASE NOTE;THE CHANGE IN TIMES,AND PLEASE NOTE;
W.E.Z. MEETINGS ARE OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC.
ECO LOGICAL SAFARIS & TRAVEL
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Find us at 119b Fife Street, between 12th & 13th Avenues, Bulawayo
Only a few weeks to go until SPCA SCRUFFS DOG SHOW!
5th June
9am
Horse Arena,
Bulawayo Trade Fair Grounds
Letting you all know that Induna Arts haven't closed, they have moved!

Please visit at the new premises at 130 S. Parirenyatwa St. Between 13th and 14th, next to Fedex.

Tel: 69175. Look forward to seeing you
WHAT'S ON AT THE BULAWAYO THEATRE

2ND - 4TH JUNE - BULAWAYO THEATRE CLUB PRODUCTION

"JOSEPH AND HIS AMAZING DREAMCOAT"

DIRECTED BY SANDY DE KLERK
MUSICAL DIRECTOR - VUSI NDEBELE

WITH A VIBRANT NEW YOUNG CAST - SOME
APPEARING ON STAGE FOR THE FIRST TIME

BOOKING - AT THE THEATRE OR
MIDI'S COFFE SHOP - J/TONGOGARA BTW 13 & 14TH AVE: TEL 73324
QUEEN MARY HOUSE AUTUMN MARKET
Queen Mary House is hosting it's Autumn Market on Sunday 22nd May 2016, 9am - 3pm, at Zonkiziziwe Shopping Complex, Bradfield.
This is a very popular market and a perfect place to sell your crafts, jumble, books, baked goods, preserves or just to showcase your business.
Stall holders must supply their own tables and gazebo's or umbrellas.
Stalls cost $15 each and this goes to Queen Mary House for the Aged.
To book a stall please call or message Maureen 0772 246213 or Rose 243957.
BULAWAYO MUSIC FESTIVAL

Generously supported by NMB Bank Limited
Wednesday 15 to Sunday 19 June at the Academy.
Booking for festival season tickets opens next Monday, 16 May at the Academy. Assuming you attend all the concerts, then a season ticket will save around $50.00 and, if you manage all the DVDs and other events too (not all on this schedule!), then it will be a saving of $80+. We're very aware of the pressure on budgets and the current cash crisis but seats can be reserved and payment can follow when convenient as long as it's before 15 June!
Performers include Theo Bross (cello), Coady Green (piano), Leslie Howard (piano), Nokuthula Ngwenyama (violin), the Odeion Quartet, Christopher Smith (piano), the Heuglin Tenors & Molly Dzangare, Impumelelo Shining Stars, Amawumbo Dance Company and Wings Over Jordan.
The programme will include Vivaldi's 'The Four Seasons', string sextets by Brahms and Tchaikovsky, piano quintets by Franck and Taneyev, string quartets by Schubert and Tchaikovsky, a string quintet and piano trio by Mendelssohn, piano music by Beethoven, Bortkiewicz, Grieg, Liszt, Schubert, Tchaikovsky, etc., a new work by Nokuthula Ngwenyama - and more!
E-mail bookings can be made and full details obtained from zamfriends@gatorzw.co.uk.
BULAWAYO ISLAND HOSPICE ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF DAY will take place
At : Bulawayo Golf Club
On: Saturday 28th May 2016 - Just 2 weeks to go!
Time: 11 for 11.30am
Format : Four Ball Better Ball Stapleford
Entry Fee: $20.00 including 2 club
Contact Phil McDermott at Bulawayo Golf Club Tel: 231428
Hole sponsorship is open at $100 per hole and any donations in cash or kind towards prizes will be appreciated.
Please contact Sharon on Tel: 77972
"TREASURE PLEASURES"

Open every WEDNESDAY from 11 am. to 4 p.m.
Open every FRIDAY from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Call in every dollar you spend will help our OLD AGE PENSIONERS.

Private sale, prices (neg) from Tracey, Fi or Lisa
Help us to help them. Thank you for your support.
PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO AND THE ACADEMY

THE LADY IN THE VAN
Thursday 19 May in the Robert Sibson Hall at 7.00 p.m.
'The Lady in the Van' tells the true story of Alan Bennett's strained friendship with Miss Mary Shepherd [Maggie Smith], an eccentric homeless woman whom Bennett befriended in the 1970s before allowing her temporarily to park her Bedford van in the driveway of his Camden home. She stayed there for 15 years and, as the story develops, Bennett discovers more about her extraordinary life.
'Funny, moving and brilliant, the film is a joy.' [IMDb review]
'As imperiously rude as the Dowager Countess of Grantham but considerably less fragrant, Miss Shepherd is a glorious comic creation, a pungent mix of dottiness and iron will.' [Movie Talk]
Admission: $3.00 [free to film members] Supper available from 6.15 p.m.

CLASSIC MGM FILM MUSICALS FROM THE PROMS
Friday 20 May in the Robert Sibson Hall at 6.30 p.m.
John Wilson and his orchestra are joined by baritone Sir Thomas Allen, soprano Sarah Fox, American musical entertainer/actress Kim Criswell, American jazz vocalist Curtis Stigers and American actor/ singer Seth MacFarlane to celebrate the golden age of Hollywood musicals, performing songs from some of cinema's most enduring movies including The Wizard of Oz, Meet Me in St Louis, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, High Society, An American in Paris, Gigi and Singin' in the Rain. 'This was, as so many others have said, without doubt a musical treat like no other.' [Amazon.com]
Admission: $3.00 [free to Red Carpet members] Dinner available during the interval ($10.00)

AND THEN THERE WERE NONE
Thursday 26 May in the Robert Sibson Hall at 7.00 p.m.
'And Then There Were None' is based on the novel by Agatha Christie. This new BBC adaptation was shown over three nights at Christmas 2015 but can be seen in a single evening at the Academy!
It's 1939 and Europe teeters on the brink of war. Ten strangers are invited to Soldier Island, an isolated rock near the Devon coast in southern England. Cut off from the mainland, with their generous hosts Mr and Mrs U.N.Owen mysteriously absent, they are each accused of a terrible crime. As each member of the party starts to die one by one, the survivors realise that one of them is a killer and start to turn on each other.
'A classic Agatha Christie novel gets a delectably sinister and perfectly cast adaptation courtesy of Lifetime and BBC.' [The Hollywood Reporter]
'This was a stonker: classily photographed in low light, moonlight and candlelight, and with strong performances from the weighty ensemble cast throughout.' [The Telegraph]
Admission: $3.00 [free to film members] Supper available from 6.15 p.m.

SMETANA: THE BARTERED BRIDE
Friday 27 May in the Robert Sibson Hall at 6.30 p.m.
'The Bartered Bride' was first performed 150 years ago in Prague, on 30 May 1866. Although it has triumphed in opera houses all over the world and is arguably the most popular Czech opera of all time, it got off to a slow start after its premiere in 1866 and it was only after revisions that it came to be accepted as the Czech national opera.
'This is pure joy from start to finish - the costumes, the production, the singing and all the lovely music. The performance is as fresh as a daisy.' [Amazon review]
Admission: $3.00 [free to Red Carpet members] Dinner available during the interval ($10.00)

Announcing with sadness the sudden passing of Andy Goodill on 2 May aged 87. He will be missed and remembered, no doubt by many and particularly by his daughter Frances, sons - in - law Kevin and Gray, grandchildren David and Katherine and great- grandson Shea. A memorial service will be advised for sometime in June. 5) Roses And Raspberries
GOLFING GREATS !!

Mark McNulty, and no doubt his co-conspirators Nick Price and our own Bulawayo boy Tony Johnstone, recently arranged for US$15000.00 to be donated to Bulawayo Island Hospice by the Presidents Cup.

All Bulawegans will no doubt join in thanking them for not forgetting about Bulawayo and for honouring the wonderful work that Island Hospice does.6) Pets Column

PUPS FOR SALE

JACK RUSSEL PUPS FOR SALE

1st Parvo will be done at 6 weeks and de-worming at 3 weeks and 6 weeks
Parent jabs are all up to date
Excellent watch dogs. Purebred
Will be ready from the 10th May 2016
Males USD 150
Females USD 175
Contact 0774 221 444
SCRUFFS DOG SHOW IS ON SUNDAY 5 JUNE, MAKE A NOTE OF THE DATE
Pet Hilton Kennels for the best care of your pet while you are away. Bitches on heat catered for and supervised matings for purebred dogs can be arranged during their stay. Christopher available to beautify your dog (all breeds catered for) and domestic obedience training undertaken for dogs over one year old. Dip tank open Saturdays 8 - 11.45. For enquiries or bookings phone Margie Bernard on 242979 or 0775-043983.7) Bulawayo News

BULAWAYO PUBLICITY ASSOCIATION

The Bulawayo Publicity Association has brought up to date its tourist brochure which gives information about the local tourist attractions and other pertinent information and is very popular because of the city centre map on the front panel. The printing of the brochure was kindly sponsored by Bulawayo Holiday Inn. It is available free of charge from the offices of the Association and handed out at travel shows, visiting business delegations and tourist groups, amongst other outlets.

HILLSIDE DAMS CONSERVANCY is keen to revive interest in the conservancy by offering walking trails, bird viewing, and nature walks, during which information is given about the trees, flora and fauna. There are walks every Friday at 7am or 8am for over 50s, for which there is no charge. Entrance fee to the dams is $2 and $1 for pensioners and children under 12. For further information contact Noe on 242620 between 8am - 12pm or 0715 531 366.

The Alliance Francaise under its director Philippe Durand has become a vibrant organization and an asset to Bulawayo. Evening classes in French are held in the offices of the Bulawayo Publicity Association and a variety of entertainment, traditional and international is frequently performed at different venues, sponsored by the Alliance Francaise Zimbabwe.

Zimnat Lion Insurance Company have relocated to G Silundika Street / 14th Ave - the same building as Minerva Risk Advisors, but different entrance. Altfin Insurance Company is now located at Zimdef House, Fort St Tel 77092.

HOSPITALITY / TOURISM INDUSTRY

The River Cafe, part of the River Estate in 12th Avenue next to BAC Club, is under new management and been renamed EARTH CAFe. A very attractive welcoming atmosphere with many new items on the menu, it is already very popular. For now the cafe will be open every day with a special roast on Sundays. Phone Jackie or Roshane on 077 7 645 044 for bookings and other information.

The Orange Elephant craft shop which is located in front of the cafe, supports Zimbabwean artists and stocks unique and unusual gifts. It is open on Mondays to Fridays 9am - 4pm and on Saturday 9am - 1pm. Cell phone number 0772 327 422.
Also in the grounds are Gingi's Restaurant (formally La Piazza) and a small plant nursery.

AIR ZIMBABWE has introduced flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo and return on Sundays. They depart Johannesburg at 12pm and return to Johannesburg at 13.45pm.

Very sad to say but Mzilikazi Art & Craft Centre, a City Council project which provided means of livelihood and a skill for women and where gifted children were taught, has CLOSED down. It was no longer financially sustainable. The craft centre had a big clear out sale recently with pottery being sold at bargain prices. They intend to have another sale soon. The Home Industries Center where basket weaving and embroidery work is created, which is in the same complex, Taylor Avenue remains open.

The cafe at the Art Gallery has been taken over by the management of 26 on Park. They are open Mondays to Saturdays but not for dinner. Phone 0775 901 120 for further information. The Gallery itself, except for the artists' studios, is closed on Sundays and Mondays.

THE FARM HOUSE, some 48kms on the Kezi Road, is a great place for a weekend or a day's relaxation. Its amenities include game drives, nature walks, horse riding and bike rides. You can bring your own meat and drink and braai on the front lawn next to the swimming pool at $5 per head, or if you give prior notice, the Lodge will provide a lunch. Amongst the game are warthogs, wildebeest, zebra, and about 8 giraffe.

A day out there should include a visit to the nearby Amagugu Cultural Centre at Maphisa to see the Ndebele painted walls and displays of woven rugs and basket ware. A little further on is the Enthandweni Children's Home, set in very scenic surroundings, so clean and attractive with its flower beds and painted buildings. They grow their own vegetables but always welcome toys, books and clothes.

The Bulawayo Publicity Association website is as interesting and informative as YOU our members make it, so please send us or details and pictures if possible - free of charge.

SPECIAL RATES FOR ZIMBABWEANS!
R400 double; R250 single and R50 for an extra bed.
"OUR PLACE"
Self-Catering Overnight Accommodation, Louis Trichardt
6 cottages set in a secure garden complex on a small holding. Each cottage has a main bedroom with shower/toilet en suite, spacious living room with adequately equipped kitchenette, small verandah and covered car port........for comfort, tranquility and affordability!
Friendly pets welcome!
15kms from Louis Trichardt on the N1 south, turn right into Air Force Base Road and 1km down to "Our Place" signpost on the left. GPS S23/11/48.4 E29/51/48.6
Bookings appreciated in advance.
Cellphone +27 71 903 5638(Whatsup)
Fax +27 86 519 7435
Email:ourplaceselfcatering@gmail.com
Polokwane Affordable Overnight Accommodation

Biddy and Gerhard invite you to make yourself at home at their Affordable Self-catering Overnight Accommodation, which is situated in a beautiful garden and ideally based for visitors passing through Polokwane or shopping here.

Facilities
Laundry Facilities
Swimming Pool
Secure undercover Parking on Premises
All Rooms has Flat screen TV with DSTV (Extra Package)
Air-conditioning in each unit
There is one bathroom with shower and basin and a separate toilet in the unit.
Hairdryer
Camping Cot

Check-in: 02:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Rates:
R500 for the first 2 people per unit & R50pp thereafter.
In case of cancellation within 1 week of arrival or an early departure, you will be held liable for full payment as per original booking.
Overnight Accommodation Rooms
Melody - Sleeps 4 - Self-catering Unit:
Main bedroom: Queen bed. Ensuite: shower and toilet. 2 single sleeper couches in lounge area. The unit has a fully equipped self-catering kitchen with a 4 plate hob stove & oven; fridge-deepfreeze. The unit has a private braai area.

Harmony - Sleeps 4 - Self-catering Unit:
The main room has a queen bed and the adjoining room has bunk beds. The unit has a fully equipped kitchen with a 2 plate stove-oven. The Unit has a private braai area.

Friendly, Affordable B&B. Accommodation starting at $45.00 per single room and $60.00 per double room. Travellers is conveniently situated 10mins from the city centre and near various restaurants and shops.

Enjoy a home away from home with our friendly service and spotless rooms. Fresh English breakfast every morning at only $10.00 per person. Laundry Service, free wifi, full DSTV and more!

To make a reservation contact us on Tel: +263-9-246059, +263775763409 Email:enquiries@travellerszim.net, www.travellerszim.net Facebook: www.facebook.com/travellerszim Add us on Skype: travellers.guesthouse
KARIBA HOUSEBOAT CRUISES is offering a special for the month of May and June 2016.
Come and enjoy the sun, the view and best of all do some fishing.
Osprey 1 to 26 passengers at $500 per night dry boat.
Phillippa 1 to 10 passengers at $250 per night dry boat.
Email : karibahouseboatcruises@gmail.com
Tel : 00263 261 2146409
Cell : 00263 772 309650
Have you ever been horse riding in the cool, lush, soft, green Chimanimani Mountains

WELL FROG AND FERN is the place to be !

DEE AND JANE ARE BACK IN CHIMANIMANI

SEE THEIR NEW WEBSITE www.thefrogandfern.com

Phone 0775920440
frogandfern@gmail.com

Do you love Chimanimani - Visit the Facebook Page: Chimanimani
Tourist Association and give it a LIKE. You will find some stunning
images of Chimanimani on that page.

THE IDEAL PLACE FOR A WEDDING OR CONFERENCES
FOR N.G.O.S IN THE BINGA AREA

A little paradise on the shores of Lake Kariba.
Beautiful shady campsites virtually on the edge of the lake. Our camp sites have been re-vamped and have rolling green lawns, plenty of shady trees and water on tap. First class ablution and laundry facilities. We also have a very large lapa and a sparkling infinity pool.

Properties for Sale
Ascot Flat - $70 000.00 - A flat with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, open plan lounge and dining room, with a balcony with stunning views of the city. This flat has recently been re tiled throughout.

Montrose - $70 000.00 - A house that has been completely re tiled with three bedrooms, family bathroom with separate toilet, open plan lounge with fireplace and a beautifully fitted kitchen. It also has a single staff quarters and single garage. The house is set on a big stand and is walled and gated.

Bellevue - $80 000.00 - A house with three bedrooms with BIC and MES, family bathroom, lounge with fireplace, separate dining room, fitted kitchen and the house has parquet floors throughout. There is a big wrap around verandah, swimming pool, prolific borehole, single staff quarters with separate ablutions, garage with a workshop and the property also has lots of productive of fruit trees and is fenced and has a hedge.

Malindela - $85 000.00 - A house with three bedrooms MES, lounge with fire place open plan to dining room, fitted kitchen with scullery. There is also a self contained cottage, swimming pool and single staff quarters.

Barham Green - $100 000.00 - A butchery and a bottle store for sale, verandah, large open shop, cold room, 2 storerooms, kitchen area and a back area for the caretakers and a toilet.

PLUMTREE - $350,000
MUST SEE. An executive mansion, just a stone throw from the business centre, ideal for a lodge, restaurant, wedding venue. Brick under tile, 4 bedrooms with cupboards, main ensuite. This immaculate home has a modern well fitted kitchen with oven, hob and extractor fan, 5 domestic quarters, 3 lock-up garages, working borehole and swimming pool, facilities to accommodate 4000 chickens and slaughter equipment, 2 x 5000 lt water tanks.
Cottage: 2 bedrooms with cupboards, main ensuite, kitchen.
The property is walled and gated on 6,5 acres.

This house is very nice, set in a lush garden in a very conveniently situated location, just round the corner from Girls College.

It has 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms,(one is en suite with a walk in dressing room and separate entrance) a combined siting room /dining room, a lovely big kitchen with two walk in pantries and a separate scullery. It is walled with an electric gate, it has a solar geyser and a triple carport. It's a lovely, warm house with beautiful teak floors and pressed metal ceilings. It has an excellent borehole.

It makes a lovely family home but, because of it's location and lay out, would also make an excellent office or doctor's surgery.

The rent is $600 per month, plus rates, water and electricity (it has a meter). The tenants would also have to pay half the gardener's wage and he would work in their garden. He could also clean the house if desired.

If interested, please email renthouse62@gmail.com
For Sale

Recently renovated 4 bedroom house in town converted into a office with 1300 sq feet warehouse attached.

On one property but separated for two functions. Separate water and Zesa with two tenants.
Terms can be negotiated.

contact 0774121012/0772418251
ZIMBABWE CAR HIRE
Affordable Freedom!
www.zimbabwecarhire.com
We are a small, but growing, car hire company based in Bulawayo with a second office in Harare. We aim to offer a quality service, with well-maintained second hand cars, while raising funds for Family Impact Africa a locally based charity.

Lady seeks employment as a house-keeper/child-minder. Excellent with children and the elderly. Can wash, iron, dust and clean your home. No cooking but willing to learn. Has worked in South Africa holding a valid passport. Live in or out. Please contact 0778 020 370
GARDENER TO SHARE
I am relocating to Bulawayo and have a super gardener. He is honest, reliable, hard working and pro-active in trying to beautify gardens and minimal supervision required. He also has swimming pool experience. Experience in growing flower and vegetable seedlings and in the use of pesticides.
Unfortunately, the place I am moving to does not have domestic accommodation.
I am looking for someone who can share his services and also be in a position to offer him accommodation.. (preferably Malindela, Bradfield or Suburbs for ease of transport - he has his own bicycle)

Please - I do hope someone can help as I will be very sad to lose him.
Please call 0772 272 796

He will move with us on the 09 June and thereafter be available.
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Has basic cooking. Good with cleaning, washing, taking care of the children and pets. Live in or out
Please contact 0777 017 564
REQUIREMENTS WOULD BE:-

1. To manger staff
2. Book - keeping experience preferably
3. Must be able to multitask and good organisational skills
4. Able to deal with public
5. Drivers licence a must

A leading manufacturing company in Bulawayo is seeking a competent, organised and hardworking personal assistant/administrator. The applicant should have the following skills and experiences amongst others, excellent computer skills, previous managerial experience and the ability to work under pressure. Unfortunately, due to circumstances only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Young lady seeks employment as a house-keeper/child-minder. No cooking can look after children and pets.
Good with the house cleaning and laundry. Live out
Please contact 0715 122 743
Mature competent lady seeking a position in Accounts to trial balance.

Has significant experience in Belina, Pastel and has all secretarial and administrative skills.

I am a mature lady seeking employment as a house-keeper.
I can do all the cleaning, washing and ironing.
Willing to live in or out
Please contact 0783 350 002
Employment Required
Never is still looking for some part time gardening duties to help supplement his small income, he is presently employed by us only 2 days a week but he has actually been with us for about 6 years. No accomodation required and has his own bicycle
For more details please contact us on 09242559 or 0773673642
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT
Gogo Makombo has been my housekeeper for over three years.
I am now leaving the country and would like to recommend her to anyone who is
looking for a domestic. If honesty is your main prerequisite, then she is definitely the person
you are looking for. She is also very good humoured and always willing to do anything required
of her. Apart from cleaning, she also irons very well. Although I never required her to do any
cooking, she always did the preparation for me. She is also very capable of looking after children
and pets. You can contact me on 0775103589 or her directly on 071805572.
Hardworking Administrative Assistant, with high levels of energy seeks position where my skills can add value to the organisation. With full command of the English language, both written and spoken, l have good interpersonal skills and therefore able to establish and maintain effective relationships with co workers. In addition, l have pro active leadership style with initiative, dynamism and assertive approach.

Knowledge of - office management and administration including Standard Office Procedures (S.O.Ps)
Skills to- Run office smoothly, efficiently; cultivate and maintain professional internal and external relationships
Ability to- multi task, handle confidential documents
Personality - pro active, confident, hardworking
Please contact me on 0774 600808 for my Resume
Mature lady and a team of staff originally from Bulawayo, available to assist with any admin or delivery requirements. We are based in Benoni and if you think we could assist you please contact me on.

pigors.noreen@gmail.com
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Young lady holding a Degree in Bachelor of Commerce Business Management and Finance seeks employment.
Studies at Midlands State University, seeks employment as a Personal Assistant, secretary,
Girl Friday or in the Finance Department or HR. Please contact 0772 982 131 or email abrahamgrace17@yahoo.com
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper/child-minder. Can look after the elderly
Good with the house cleaning, washing and ironing. Live in or out
Please contact 0773 661 313
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. References available. Can clean, washing and ironing.
Good with children. No cooking, live in preferred. Please contact 0773 961 975
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Lady seeks employment as a house-keeper.
Good with the house cleaning and laundry.
Can look after infants and children.
Please contact 0716 705 474
SITUATIONS VACANT

REQUIREMENTS WOULD BE:-

1) To manage staff.
2) Bookeeping experience preferably.
3) Must be able to multitask and good organisational skills.
4) Able to deal with public.
5) Drivers licence a must.

PLEASE e-mail CV to: caabzim@gmail.com
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Lady seeks employment as a house keeper.
She can do all the washing, ironing and house cleaning.
Please contact 0717 945 359
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Lady seek employment as a house-keeper.
Can do all the house cleaning, washing and ironing. Has basic cooking
Stay out is preferred
Please contact 0771 787 402
SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Young lady holding a Degree in Bachelor of Commerce Business Management and Finance seeks employment.
Studied at Midlands State University, seeks employment as a Personal Assistant, secretary, Girl Friday or in the Finance Department.
Please contact 0772 982 131 or email abrahamgrace17@yahoo.com21) Services

PRIVATE CATERING

Contact IAN JOHNSTON if you would like to have beef, lamb, pig or whatever meat you want, on a spit, whether it be for your wedding, birthday party, etc. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Automatic leaf and sliding gates
Centurion imported gates units with 4M rack drive
Battery back up
Full back up service for D3, D5, D5 Evo , D10 gate motors
Remote controlled
Safe, reliable and easy to use
We also convert existing gates , welding and general maintenance
Spare available e.g. Dosskits, remote, batteries and CP boards
We also do repairs on all security systems
Garage doors automation repairs

INSTALMENT PAYMENT PLAN FACILITY AVAILABLE FOR ALL SERVICES WE OFFER!!!!!!!!!!

Business Brokering Services - Are you buying or selling a business We link business buyers with sellers and vice versa. We also link business people looking for joint ventures/partnerships and equity finance- We have various businesses across the country for sale Business Wanted to Buy
Wanted is a Fast Foods Takeaway/restaurant and bakery to buy In Bulawayo CBD

Construction services -Renovations, walling, tilling, painting, extentions, durawalls, plumbing, electrical, paving, landscaping and new building structures.
Do you own residential, industrial or commercial land, we have a land developer willing to partner with you on various value adding proposals to develop your land.

LEKAWHEELS
ARE YOU BUYING OR SELLING A CAR
VISIT www.lekawheels.co.za
SERVICES

Contact
Mike Graham at
KEEBROYD,
Telephone 245 138
Mobile 0712 606 818
N.B. Our landline has been out of order for the whole of last week.
It was restored at noon on Monday this week
SERVICES

For all your home renovations repairs of all sorts - domestic and industrial: painting, tiling, ceiling repairs, plumbing, welding, electrical, roof leaks fascia boards, gutter repairs and many more ......
Competitive costs. Please contact us for an assessment at any time
Jason and Emanuel
09 - 226473
0772 312 320
0712 712 573
0772 322 181
0176 171 333
Rob Sinclair is an expert plumber. He has had many years of experience.

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